Launched by Kierra Sheard around 2015, Eleven60 grew out of her own search for high-quality, fashion-forward plus size clothing with a polished edge. The contemporary collection emphasizes attention to detail and elevated construction — think structured silhouettes, bold hardware, and dramatic tailoring in subtle prints and neutral hues. As a Black, woman-owned label, Eleven60 positions…
Reese Witherspoon launched Draper James in 2015, rooting it in Southern charm with gingham, florals, and cheeky slogans. After a 2018 plus-size collaboration with Eloquii (sizes 12-28), the brand expanded its own apparel into sizes 0 to 24 (XS to 3X) in 2019, merchandising every size together at the same price in stores and online….
Founded in Milan in 1985 by Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana, Dolce & Gabbana quickly became one of the defining luxury fashion houses of the late twentieth century. Drawing inspiration from Sicilian heritage, Italian cinema, and Mediterranean culture, the designers established a signature aesthetic built around sensual tailoring, intricate lace, corsetry, floral prints, and bold…
Dolce Vita was founded in 2001 in New York City with the goal of creating fashion-forward footwear that combined runway-inspired design with accessible pricing. The brand quickly gained popularity for its contemporary aesthetic, introducing modern takes on boots, sandals, sneakers, heels, and everyday footwear. Today, Dolce Vita is recognized for balancing current trends with timeless…
Founded in 2013 by Brandy Wells, Domino Dollhouse was created to challenge traditional fashion norms by designing colorful, expressive clothing for people of all sizes. Rather than treating plus-size fashion as a separate category, the brand produced the same collections across its full size range, allowing customers to wear identical styles regardless of body size….
Founded in 1909 as Ladies Hosiery and Underwear Limited, the company adopted the name Dorothy Perkins in 1919 after the popular climbing rose. Originally specializing in lingerie and hosiery, the brand expanded into affordable women’s fashion and became one of the most recognizable names on the British high street. During the late twentieth century, Dorothy…
Founded in 2011, Dress the Population was created to offer fashion-forward occasionwear that bridges the gap between designer luxury and accessible contemporary fashion. Headquartered in Los Angeles, the brand quickly became known for glamorous eveningwear featuring premium fabrics, flattering silhouettes, and sophisticated detailing. The collections include cocktail dresses, formal gowns, bridesmaid dresses, bridal styles, jumpsuits,…
Founded by Lexie Smith in 2014, Dressed in LALA began as a small online boutique with the goal of bringing bold, joyful fashion to women seeking something different from traditional retail. The brand quickly gained a devoted following through social media by embracing vibrant colors, oversized silhouettes, playful styling, and an unapologetically expressive approach to…
Founded in 2015 by Harvard Business School classmates Nadia Boujarwah and Lydia Gilbert, Dia & Co was created to address the lack of stylish, accessible shopping options for plus-size women. Recognizing that the majority of American women wear sizes 10 and above, the founders built a platform dedicated exclusively to serving this often-overlooked market. Dia…
Adesola ‘Addie’ Elabor, born in Nigeria and raised near Philadelphia, founded D’IYANU in 2014 to fill the gap for modern, ready-to-wear African-inspired fashion, envisioning an Ankara-print answer to Zara or H&M. Self-funded and grown into a multi-million-dollar business, the brand is known for daring geometric prints, vibrant color, and trendy silhouettes in sizes XS to…
Democracy was founded by fashion industry veteran Caren Lettiere, who set out to create jeans that fit, flatter, and support real women living busy lives. The brand launched as a denim-focused label built around the idea of “Curve Equality,” recognizing that women come in many different shapes and deserve clothing designed accordingly. The company became…